The National Youth Service Corps Osun State had on Monday fumigated the Permanent Orientation Camp, Ede in preparation for the 2021 Batch C stream I orientation course.

The fumigation which came on the heels of the decontamination of the camp by the State Ministry of Environment and Sanitation was to rid the camp of reptiles, mosquitoes, flies and other insects that could course harm to course participants.

According to the State Coordinator, Mrs Winifred Shokpeka, the decontamination carried out earlier was to rid the camp of viruses to forestall the outbreak of the corona virus while the rigorous fumigation carried out was to get rid of reptiles and harmful insects which may threaten the wellbeing of course participants.

Shokpeka stressed that the welfare of prospective corps members and the creation of a very conducive and safe environment for all are sacrosanct to the scheme's management.

She made it known that the fumigation covered every nook and cranny of the orientation camp, including: the kitchen, hostels, toilets, and the entire camp environment.

The State Coordinator also wished all prospective corps members deployed to the State and other States of the federation, including FCT, God's speed as they journey to their various orientation camps.